The nearest railway station to Amarnath is Srinagar Railway Station. However, it is not currently operational. Thus, the alternative and functional nearest station is the Jammu Tawi Railway Station. From Jammu, pilgrims can take taxis or buses to reach Pahalgam or Baltal which are the starting points for the Amarnath Yatra.
The closest airport to Amarnath is Srinagar Airport (Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport). Flights to Srinagar are available from various cities across India. From the airport, travelers can hire cabs or take buses to reach the base camp of the yatra.
Pilgrims can take a road trip to either Pahalgam or Baltal from Jammu, which is well connected by road. The Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation (JKSRTC) provides bus services to Pahalgam and Baltal from Jammu. Private taxis are also available.
Below are the approximate distances and popular routes for cities across India to Amarnath, Kashmir:
Please note that the above-mentioned routes are suggestive and may change depending on the real-time road conditions and political situation in Jammu & Kashmir. Pilgrims are advised to check the current status of routes and transport facilities before planning their journey.